Posted: Jun 16, 2026
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Trades Staff HVAC Technician, Facilities

Woodward Academy - College Park, GA
Application Deadline: N/A
Woodward Academy is Atlanta at its very best. We intentionally bring together students from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, creating a richer learning community and exceptional academic opportunities. Our students and graduates are caring and compassionate global citizens who are a microcosm of what the world should be.
 
Position Summary: The Trades Staff HVAC Technician reports to the Trades Supervisor and Assistant Director of Facilities-Operations and is a key support position for maintaining the physical plant of the school.

Specific Duties include:
  • Responsible for the maintenance and PM’s of split systems, water source heat pumps, cooling towers, air handlers, rooftop package units and all HVAC equipment.
  • Responsible for maintenance and PM’s of all Trades systems of the school under the supervision of the proper tradesman as assigned by the Trades Supervisor, Assistant Director or Director.
  • Responsible for the repair and/or replacement of outdoor street lighting and poles.
  • Responsible for procuring and maintaining supplies.
  • Responsible for adherence to safety regulations and practices of facilities staff and may lead safety meetings at the request of the Assistant Director.
  • Responsible for maintaining comprehensive records of work performed.
  • Responsible for maintaining the Woodward Academy assigned vehicle and its contents.
  • Responsible for maintaining specific physical plant repair center information in TMA database including input/closing of daily work orders, input of preventative maintenance and reporting maintenance of comprehensive records of work performed
  • Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director of Facilities, and/or the Facilities Director
Required Skills
  • Ability to successfully work independently unsupervised and exercise self discipline.
  • Ability to successfully work with diverse individuals in an educational environment, excellent customer service skills are a must.
  • Able to analyze situations to determine if repair work may be needed on equipment and provide this information to the Trades Supervisor or Assistant Director of Facilities.
  • Able to lift 60 lbs. perform physical arm and shoulder tasks, work in confined spaces, and work in inclement weather. 
  • Must have the ability to climb step ladders and extension ladders.
  • Must have the ability to operate and work in lifts of all types including single man, scissor lifts, and articulating lifts.
  • Basic electrical knowledge a must.

Minimum Job Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Current valid Georgia Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record

The Trades Staff HVAC Technician position is a non-exempt, full time, twelve month position.
 
Woodward Academy is dedicated to providing a safe, drug-free environment for its students, faculty, and staff. Accordingly, Woodward has adopted a drug-free workplace policy, which includes substance abuse testing of all employees and applicants, in accordance with applicable state law. As such all offers of employment are contingent upon the satisfactory completion of pre-employment requirements which include background checks and substance testing.
 
Equal Opportunity Employer